[Confirmed Fix] Does a 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan have a key code or just a PIN?

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How can I access my Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan's key code to program new keys?

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Trying this out on my Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan today—hoping it works.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan?

My Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan. Trying this instead.

My Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Sedan needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

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